Paris 'punishingly hot' as Western Europe hit by heatwave
Western Europe is experiencing a significant heatwave, with Paris temperatures soaring to 34C (93.2F). This unusual weather pattern is attributed to a 'heat dome' that has settled over the region, causing temperatures to rise 10 to 15 degrees Celsius above the May average. Tourists are feeling the impact, as many expected milder weather during this time of year.
- ▪Temperatures in Paris reached 34C (93.2F) on Tuesday.
- ▪A 'heat dome' is causing temperatures in Western Europe to be significantly above average for May.
- ▪Tourists are surprised by the heat, as many chose to visit Paris in May to avoid the summer heat.
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Paris 'punishingly hot' as Western Europe hit by heatwaveThe BBC's Paris correspondent Hugh Schofield described people scurrying for shade "as if it was the middle of August" in the French capital, with temperatures reaching 34C (93.2F) on Tuesday.This comes as France's national weather service said a "heat dome" settling over Western Europe was producing temperatures 10 to 15 degrees Celsius above the average for May.A tourist told the BBC he chose May to visit Paris in order to avoid the summer months.'We know it can be really bad in June, July, August, and I'd thought that if we came up in May, it'd be a bit easier', said Brent visiting from Australia.24 minutes agoParisClimateEuropeHeatwavesShareSave'Why was this young life taken away?': Protests after Dublin city deathHundreds of…
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